Module 1 Test

To avoid damage to the skin, keep extractions under:

5 minutes

One goal of the Decrease phase of a facial treatment is to:

target pigmentation concerns

Which type of exfoliant is best to use on a man with a beard?

gel

All of the following descriptions identify differences in men’s skin EXCEPT:

pH tends to be more alkaline

Which of the following results would fall into the sensation category as an effect on skin health?

no itching, burning or general irritation

How long does a facial treatment generally last?

60 minutes

Which of the following actions is a recommended guideline for an acne facial treatment?

do not try to extract papules

Which phase is usually omitted during an express facial?

Balance

What common skin irritation is known as razor bumps and is caused by ingrown hair due to incorrect shaving?

pseudofolliculitis barbae

Maribeth is performing an acne facial on her client with inflamed acne. What should she do when she gets to the massage step?

do not perform

Of the following steps, which comes first in a basic facial procedure?

apply toner

While performing a pre-cleanse, what type of cleansing movements should be used?

fast and stimulating

Use caution and modify the massage step to prevent increased circulation for clients with what type of medical condition?

heart conditions or high blood pressure

What is the recommended treatment room temperature?

70°-75°F (21°-24°C)

Which of the following actions is recommended if a steamer is spitting?

clean with coffee pot cleaner or white vinegar

Which of these steps would be the fourth step when performing a facial treatment?

Exfoliate

Jackie is ready to perform a chemical exfoliation treatment. Which of the following products will she use to deliver calming and soothing ingredients?

serum

Which statement below describes the use of chemical solutions to dissolve or reduce dead skin cells and desmosomes, promote cell turnover and induce desquamation of the stratum corneum?

chemical exfoliation

All of the following statements are correct about salicylic acid EXCEPT:

not ideal for treating acne and oily skin

What is the recommended time between superficial peel treatments?

14 days

Which of the following contraindications is a sudoriferous gland disorder?

Question 6

miliaria rubra

As a general guide, what type of acid is best suited for acne, pigmentation or texture skin conditions?

BHA

Which type of exfoliant acid is lipophilic and penetrates the sebaceous material in the hair follicle, causing exfoliation?

salicylic

Benefits of a chemical exfoliation include all of the following EXCEPT:

potentially decrease elastin and collagen production

Which type of peel uses trichloroacetic acid (TCA)?

medium

Superficial and light peels impact the:

skin up to 0.1 mm (.0040”) of the epidermis

Chemical exfoliation should not be performed if the client has any of the following conditions EXCEPT:

acne

Which of the following steps occurs right after the Neutralize step in a chemical exfoliation service?

Mask

What term is used for a group of acids that occur naturally in food?

AHA

Which of the following acids is an example of a deep chemical peel?

Phenol

Superficial chemical peels are capable of affecting:

only the epidermis

What is the proper way to dispose of unused chemical exfoliants?

saturate with baking soda then place in the trash

The effectiveness of an acid peel is related to all of the following components EXCEPT:

irritation level